Global Constants

To display this screen:

You use this screen to define global constants that you can then use in filters and formulae.

In the constants list, add a new constant or select a constant to edit:

  1. Enter a Name.

  2. Select a Type, which can be either Number or Text.

    Note: The Type relates to the type of information the constant stores, either numeric or alphanumeric.

    • If Type is Number and you do not enter a Value, Datamine Task Scheduler uses 0.

    • If Type is Text and you do not enter a Value, Datamine Task Scheduler uses a blank value.

  3. Optional: enter a Description.

  4. To separate constants into groups that can be easier to navigate later, enter a Group label, which can be numeric or alphanumeric. Once set, the table sorts itself to show constants in their nominated groups.

  5. Use the right-click menu insert rows, delete rows and more.

  6. Click OK to update your project.

  7. Save your project.

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